Body Sunscreen Formula with Whitening and Moisturizing using SPF Protect Ultra II
Question
Based on the information for SPF Protect Ultra II, I would like to create a daily body sunscreen formula that includes whitening and moisturizing ingredients.
Could you provide a suggested formula and mixing method for a body sunscreen using SPF Protect Ultra II?
Also, how can I adjust the formula if I need a higher SPF value?
Answer
Daily Body Sunscreen with Whitening and Moisturizing
Hello, I have reviewed the information regarding SPF Protect Ultra II as recommended by the staff.
SPF Protect Ultra II is a suitable sunscreen base for use in sunscreen formulations. It is highly stable, provides good SPF/PA values, and allows for the development of lightweight formulas without using alcohol. SPF Protect Ultra III is also another option.
For a body sunscreen formulation that includes whitening and moisturizing ingredients, you can start with a base formula using SPF Protect Ultra II. Here is an example of an SPF 50 base formula:
- SPF Protect Ultra II 15%
- Milk Lotion Maker 3%
- Satin Cream Maker 0.7%
- Water 80.3%
- Mild Preserved Eco 1%
To add whitening and moisturizing ingredients, you can select desired actives (e.g., Vitamin B3, various extracts, Hyaluronic Acid) considering their solubility. If water-soluble, they can be added to the water phase or the cool-down phase after the emulsion has cooled. If oil-soluble, they can be added to the oil phase before emulsification or also in the cool-down phase. The usage rate of the actives depends on their specific type and recommendations.
Mixing Method for the Sunscreen Base (based on the SPF 50 example):
- Mix SPF Protect Ultra II with Milk Lotion Maker, heating to approximately 70°C and blending or stirring until homogeneous (Oil Phase).
- Heat Water (Water Phase) to approximately 60-70°C.
- Blend the Oil Phase and gradually add the Water Phase while blending. Continue blending for at least 15 minutes.
- Add Satin Cream Maker and blend until fully dissolved. The cream will thicken.
- Add Mild Preserved Eco and the prepared whitening/moisturizing actives (if adding at this stage). Blend until combined.
This formula is suitable for daily body use.
If a higher SPF value is desired, you can increase the amount of SPF Protect Ultra II according to usage recommendations (e.g., 30% for SPF 90) and reduce the water amount accordingly.
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